Motion for Contempt
The forms listed below are required. Failure to provide all forms listed, or filing incomplete forms, may result in your case not being filed or being dismissed.
NOTICE: The Supreme Court no longer provides forms in Microsoft Word Format. Only PDF versions are available. Comments or concerns should be directed to CFC@sc.ohio.gov
If any of the Supreme Court Form links do not work - you may find the forms here: https://www.supremecourt.ohio.gov/courts/services-to-courts/children-families/dom-rel-juvenile-forms/
A Motion for Contempt is used when there is an allegation that a person subject to a Court Order has not complied with the Court Order. Common Examples include denial of parenting time, failure to pay child support or expenses for the child, etc. Remember to fill out the County Name (Adams) and the Division of the Court (Juvenile). The name of the Judge to be used on the forms is Brett M. Spencer. The name of the Magistrate to be used on all forms is David M. Hunter.
Form AC-001 - Notice of Appearance (Word | PDF) Required for Attorneys and any spouse not represented by an attorney
Form AC-002 - Waiver of Counsel (Word | PDF) Required for any party not represented by an attorney
DR Form SC-24/Juvi Form SC-3 - Motion for Contempt and Affidavit (PDF )
DR Form SC-25/Juvi Form SC-4 – Show Cause Order, Notice and Instructions to the Clerk ( PDF )
DR Form SC-29/Juvi Form SC-8– Explanation of Bills (PDF ) - (File only if there is an allegation that the other party has not paid required bills)
COURT COSTS DEPOSITS MUST BE PAID BEFORE ANY PLEADINGS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR FILING. An affidavit of indigency and a motion to waive the Court Cost Deposit must be filed in order to waive this requirement. You must meet Federal Guidelines for indigency or the motion will not be granted. Contact the Court when filing.